Marathon Petroleum Corporation, headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, is an integrated downstream energy company focused on refining, marketing, and transporting petroleum products. Founded on November 9, 2009, it operates primarily in the United States through its Refining & Marketing and Midstream segments. The company refines crude oil, distributes refined products, including renewable diesel, and operates 6,900 independently owned retail outlets and 1,100 direct dealer locations.
Marathon Petroleum has made significant impacts in the energy sector, being a component of the S&P 500 and traded on the NYSE under the ticker MPC. It has a notable presence in the Gulf Coast, Mid-Continent, and West Coast regions of the U.S. Key figures include Chairman John P. Surma. The company’s extensive network and strategic operations have positioned it as a leading player in the petroleum industry.